User manual GE HOME GENERATOR SYSTEM 45000 WATT INSTALLATION AND START-UP MANUAL

[. . . ] We're pleased that you've placed your confidence in the GE brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in the operator's manual, your home generator will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with residential generator systems and how to avoid them. This generator system is designed and intended only for use as an optional home standby system that provides an alternate source of electric power and to serve loads such as heating, refrigeration systems, and communication systems that, when stopped during any power outage, could cause discomfort or inconvenience. [. . . ] Pipingmustbeofthecorrectsizetomaintainthe required supply pressures and volume flow under varying generator load conditions with all gas appliances connected to the fuel system turned on and operating. Before placing the generator into service, the fuel system lines must be properly purged and leak tested. Consider the following factors when planning the fuel supply system installaton: · Airdensityislessathighaltitudes, resultingin less available engine power. Aminimumofoneaccessible, approvedmanual shutoff valve shall be installed in the fuel supply line within 6 ft (1. A union or flanged connection shall be provided downstream from this valve to permit removal of controls. BothLPvaporandnaturalgasfuelsupplypressure at the generator's fuel inlet port should be between 7 to 11 inches of water (in. Note: Where local conditions include earthquake, tornado, unstable ground, or flood hazards, special consideration shall be given to increase strength and flexibility of piping supports and connections. The generator has been factory load tested to run on either natural gas or LP vapor fuel. The unit can be converted from natural gas to LP vapor or vice versa using two people and special tools. Amanualfuelshut-offvalvelocatedoutsidethe building, just before the generator unit. Wheretheformationofhydratesoriceisknownto occur, piping should be protected against freezing. The termination of hard piping should include a sediment trap where condensate is not likely to freeze. When the initial test runs are completed, the manometer is removed and the port is plugged. A typical final fuel connection assembly is shown here, where (a) is the fuel supply and (B) goes to the home generator. The manometer port permits temporary installation of a manometer to ensure that the engine receives the correct fuel pressure to operate efficiently throughout its operating range. fuel Pipe sizing There are numerous on-line or otherwise-published references for fuel pipe sizing. For example, NFPA 54 National Fuel Gas Code, 2006 (Item #: 320-6031-06) is a common resource. The installer should consider the specific gravity of gas and compensate for a nominal amount of restriction from bends, fittings, etc. If an unusual number of fittings, bends, or other restrictions are used, refer to federal and local codes for guidance. Estimated fuel supply requirements at half and full load for natural gas and LP vapor fuels are shown here. C = Cubic feet per hour B = BTU's per hour Normal atmospheric state Boiling Point (in °f): initial end heating Value: Btu per gallon (net LhV*) Btu per gallon (gross**) cubic feet (gas) Density*** Weight octane number: research Motor Gross heat value does not consider heat lost in the form of water during combustion. Low voltage connections to signal fault contacts, transfer switch communication, remote LED and auxiliary 12VDC power are made via a removable ten-pole connector plug. [. . . ] Continue to test and adjust with engine stabilized at no, half and full loads until target value is achieved at all generator loads. Allow generator to run for ten minutes to stabilize internal temperatures. WarninG Contact with muffler and engine parts can result in serious burns. Should that voltage drop below a preset level, control board action will signal the engine to crank and start. [. . . ]